IIARD International Institute of Academic Research and Development

JOURNAL OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL POLICY (JHSP )

E-ISSN 2545-5729
P-ISSN 2695 2416
VOL. 9 NO. 1 2023
DOI: https://doi.org/10.56201/jhsp.v9.no1.2023.pg49.77

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Social Policies and Poverty Reduction in Africa: A Nigeria-centered Perspective

Adamaagashi Izuchukwu Prince, Ogar Elizabeth Ehi, Miracle Ngozichukwu Brown-Ofoeme, Isabella Adaobi Alobele, Olutosin Collins

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Abstract

This study focuses on the impact of social policies on poverty reduction in Africa, specifically in Nigeria. Poverty is a major challenge to social development, and its effects are exacerbated by factors such as terrorism and insurgency. The study uses a comprehensive literature review to examine the social policies implemented in Nigeria to address poverty, including initiatives like the National Accelerated Food Production Project and the Conditional Cash Transfer program. The study also explores the theoretical framework of poverty reduction, considering theories such as the Capability Approach and the Dependency Theory. The findings emphasize the importance of a multi-faceted approach to poverty reduction, recommending actions such as strengthening social policies, diversifying economic growth, improving access to education, enhancing infrastructure development, addressing governance and corruption issues, and fostering regional and international cooperation. By implementing these recommendations, it is anticipated that Nigeria and other African countries can effectively reduce poverty and improve social development, ultimately enhancing the quality of life and preserving human dignity.

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